Nissan Altima Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe Problems
- 82
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
- 8
- Years with records
- 1999–2009
- Stored years
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 82 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 5 indicate fire
Complaints by year
What appears in the records
- catalytic converter · 40 records
- engine engine · 26 records
- engine cooling · 24 records
- tail pipe · 24 records
- cooling exhaust · 23 records
- exhaust system · 22 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 33 |
| 100–150k mi | 18 |
| 30–60k mi | 8 |
| 1–30k mi | 6 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint evidence
Latest stored owner-submitted records. Open a year for the full list.
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. While driving approximately 55 mph, there was a loud noise coming from the front of the vehicle. In addition, the contact stated that there was an abnormal smell inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the intake manifold needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was…
ODI 10716392
Engine · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
While my son was driving, the engine began missing and started to smoke. At the same time the heater quit producing heat. The check engine light came on. Engine diagnostics indicated cylinder # 4 misfire. Took to independent mechanic where it was confirmed that the engine was destroyed by failed catalyst in the pre- catalyst. Oil had fouled the missing cylinder's spark plug. The engine oil level was full and there…
ODI 10552008
Engine And Engine Cooling · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 nissan altima. The contact stated that the service engine soon warning light was illuminated on and the contact experienced a reduction in engine power. The dealer was notified of the failure and the contact inquired of nhtsa campaign id numbers: 03v084000 ( engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe) and 03v455000 (engine and engine cooling). The dealer…
ODI 10452232
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated. So the contact took the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer discovered metal chips in the engine due to a faulty catalytic convert. The dealer stated that the vehicle could not be repaired and the engine needed to be replaced. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign i.d. Number 03v084000 (engine and engine…
ODI 10449928
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 nissan altima. The contact stated that the check engine light constantly illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that the pre-catalyst had broken down and destroyed the engine. The dealer then informed the contact of the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 03v084000 (engine and engine cooling: exhaust syste:…
ODI 10447268
Engine And Engine Cooling · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Purchased vehicle from a dealer in rittman, ohio, on september 10, 2011. Consumer reports rate this model as very reliable for the years manufactured. Less than one week later, 9-15-11, the oil light came on. Took to a quick change oil place on the morning of 9-16-11, and the worker commented that it only had 1 quart of oil in the engine. Drove for 2 days and was checking the engine compartment and notice there was…
ODI 10428457
Engine And Engine Cooling · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
My vin should be included in the below recall as my mechanic diagnosed and recommended i bring to nissan to fix. But per there recall my car vin is not included even though be as campaign # 03v084000. Please see campiagn notice below to reference. What can i do to make nissan do the right thing and fix under recall. Recall number: 03v084000 summary: on certain vehicles equipped with the 2.5 liter engine, the exhaust…
ODI 10427045
Exhaust System · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
My family has owned my 2002 nissan altima since it was originally driven off the lot. We have maintained the vehicle and have completed all recalls. In july 2005 recall 03v084000 was "supposedly" corrected, but i have been informed that my catalytic converter and engine needs to be replaced due to particles from the converter being inhaled by my engine. I have 143,582 miles on my vehicle. Due to this design defect i…
ODI 10408831